The NFL trade deadline is Tuesday, October 31st at 4:00 p.m. While this moment often went smoothly in the past, this has no longer been the case in recent years as big names changed addresses. Without talking about predictions but rather possibilities, here are 10 names that could hit the market that we should keep an eye on in the coming days.
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1. Saquon Barkley, running back (Giants)
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Barkley wants to stay in New York and the Giants like him, but he has been injured often and his value is at its best after a strong 2022 season. His contract expires at the end of the season, which would make him a loan player. but for a competitor like the Ravens or Bills, why not?
2. Jerry Jeudy, receiver (Broncos)
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Jeudy has been in the rumors for many weeks. He’s a first-round pick in 2020 but isn’t producing as much as expected and seems unhappy with the Broncos’ offense. Last season he gained 972 yards with six touchdowns, but this season he hasn’t found the end zone. It could be him or his partner Courtland Sutton.
3. Josh Jacobs, porter (Raiders)
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Last season he was the league’s rushing champion with 1,653 rushing yards, but a year later he’s only gaining 2.9 yards per carry. The Raiders have little hope of making the playoffs and even though Jacobs is only 25 years old, they were never able to reach a long-term agreement. Rumors of tensions with driver Josh McDaniels are growing.
4. Brian Burns, defensive end (Panthers)
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Last year, the Panthers resisted the temptation to trade Burns, who certainly represents a tempting target. He has four sacks after 12.5 a year ago. Quarterback chasers remain in high demand and the Panthers are reportedly interested in improving the receiver group around young quarterback Bryce Young.
5. Danielle Hunter, defensive end (Vikings)
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Danielle Hunter may be the greatest defensive player available for a team seeking major honors. He already has eight sacks, but the Vikings aren’t on track and their defense is in a complete rebuild. He produces consistently, with four seasons of 10+ sacks. He will be free at the end of the season.
6. Chase Young, Defensive End (Commanders)
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It’s virtually unthinkable that the Commanders would pass up their 24-year-old quarterback hunter, 2020 Rookie of the Year, but what if they had an offer they couldn’t refuse? Young was unlucky with a knee injury in 2021 and 2022, but his talent is undeniable. Otherwise, it is Montez Sweat that could increase the marks.
7. Devin White, linebacker (Buccaneers)
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Devin White asked the Bucs to trade him during the offseason, but his wish was not granted. At 25, he is still in his prime, but will become a free agent in March. His situation is reminiscent of that of linebacker Roquan Smith, who moved from the Bears to the Ravens after his contract crisis.
8th. Derrick Henry, porter (Titans)
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The Titans traded veteran safety Kevin Byard to the Eagles. Is this a sign that they realize they are on the decline and that other big names could slip? If so, running back Derrick Henry is in the final year of his contract and the Titans have selected his successor in Tyjae Spears.
9. Hunter Renfrow, receiver (Raiders)
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What a special story is that of Hunter Renfrow! A fifth-round pick in 2019, he exploded in 2021 with 103 receptions for 1,038 yards and nine touchdowns. However, since Josh McDaniels took over as head coach last year, Renfrow has been slowly dying. I’m looking forward to a change of scenery!
10. Mike Evans, receiver (Buccaneers)
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Given the situation the Buccaneers find themselves in and have a real shot at making the playoffs, it would be surprising if they let go of the most productive receiver in their history. However, contract negotiations fell through last spring, and the team may want to get some return rather than lose him for nothing in March.